Manager/Senior Manager, Communications

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore seeks a Manager/Senior Manager for Communications. The ideal candidate will develop strategic marketing and communication initiatives, particularly for the NUS Capital Campaign. Responsibilities include crafting impactful content across platforms and aligning communication plans with stakeholders. This role requires a degree, 6-10 years of experience in communications, and skills in digital marketing and content creation. Strong writing and editing abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, and writing-intensive roles.
• Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling content for diverse audiences.
• Creativity in brand positioning and content creation.

Responsibilities

• Align communications plans for key audience segments.
• Craft and implement campaign messaging to drive fundraising.
• Write high-impact content for multiple platforms.

Skills

Exceptional writing and editing skills

Brand positioning

Digital marketing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree from a recognised university

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

Job Title: Manager/Senior Manager, Communications

Posting Start Date: 30/07/2025

Job Description:

About Development Office

The Development Office (DVO) is the University-wide office responsible for helping NUS secure philanthropic contributions for the University. We are seeking a seasoned and versatile communications professional with a strong track record across the full communications spectrum, and particular expertise in writing for a wide range of channels as well as in developing effective marketing strategies for donor conversion.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing and executing strategic marketing and communications initiatives, especially in support of the NUS Capital Campaign and the wider goals of NUS Giving. This role requires a strategic thinker, an exceptional writer, and a digitally fluent marketer who is passionate about driving impactful storytelling meaningful engagement for measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Align communications plans for key audience segments, working in close collaboration with frontline teams, faculties and other stakeholders.
• Craft and implement campaign messaging and cases for support to drive fundraising.
• Write and edit compelling, high-impact content for a wide range of platforms: print, web, social media, speeches, press release, video scripts, reports, donor proposals, and edms.
• Drive the development of integrated marketing and communications strategies for NUS Giving and the NUS Capital Campaign with strong emphasis on digital marketing, brand storytelling, and audience engagement.

Requirements

• Degree from a recognised university with 6 to 10 years of professional experience spanning communications, marketing, and writing-intensive roles.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills - able to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling content tailored for diverse audiences and channels.
• Demonstrated creativity and effectiveness in brand positioning, message development, and content creation.
• Experience in reputation management, media relations, or public affairs is advantageous.
• Proficiency in design tools is advantageous (Canva, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment; highly organised, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; able to influence and build alignment across stakeholders.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Development Office

Department : Marketing

Employee Referral Eligible: Yes

Job requisition ID : 29855